6 Movies to watch for Trans Awareness Week

Trying to better understand the lived experiences of trans and gender-diverse people is a big part of being an ally.

Documentaries sometimes have an unfair reputation for being boring or dull. However, they have the power to help us learn directly from the people they follow and their unique lived experiences.

For trans and gender-diverse folks, documentaries can be a great way to feel less alone and more connected with people who have similar experiences.

Here's 6 documentaries to watch for Trans Awareness Week.

Will & Harper

This heartwarming documentary follows Will Ferrell and Harper Steele as they navigate what Harper’s coming out as trans means for their decades-long friendship on a road trip across the United States.

Rated: TV-MA

Available on: Netflix

Framing Agnes

Blending fiction and nonfiction, this documentary explores the case files from a 1950s gender clinic, with a cast of trans actors to tell these important stories.

Rated: TV-MA

Available on: Crave

Stay on Board: The Leo Baker Story

This documentary follows pro skater Leo as they try to make space for himself in the gendered world of pro sports and build a more inclusive skate culture.

Rated: TV-MA

Available on: Netflix

No Ordinary Man

This documentary explores the life and legacy of jazz musician and transmasculine icon Billy Tipton, featuring trans actors and experts.

Rated: PG

Available on: CBC Gem

Disclosure

This thought-provoking documentary is a great intro to the history of trans depictions in film and television and explores the real world impact they can have for trans and gender-diverse people.

Rated: TV-MA

Available on: Netflix

We Live Here: The Midwest

This documentary follows queer families in rural areas of the United States, including Nia and Katie, a couple with 5 kids, who stayed together after Nia came out as trans

Rated: TV-14

Available on: Disney+